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Food Ingredients - Leafy and Cruciferous Vegetables

Here you will learn the names of leafy and cruciferous vegetables in English such as "spinach", "broccoli", and "artichoke".

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lettuce
lettuce
[noun]

a type of vegetable with large green leaves, eaten raw in a salad

Ex: She picked some fresh lettuce from the garden and made herself a refreshing lettuce wrap. 
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spinach
spinach
[noun]

dark and wide green leaves of an Asian plant that can be eaten cooked or uncooked

Ex: She added fresh spinach to the salad. 
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iceberg lettuce

a type of lettuce with crisp leaves that are pale green in color and form a round ball

Ex: He prepared a simple salad with iceberg lettuce. 
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arugula
arugula
[noun]

a peppery and leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and as a garnish

Ex: The chef carefully arranged the arugula leaves on the plate as a beautiful garnish. 
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bok choy
bok choy
[noun]

a leafy vegetable with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves

Ex: It is delicious to steam bok choy and serve it alongside grilled fish or chicken. 
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chard
chard
[noun]

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

Ex: He stored the leftover chard in the refrigerator to use in future meals. 
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chicory
chicory
[noun]

a blue-flowered herb of the daisy family, the root of which can be used with coffee and the leaves of which eaten in a salad

Ex: It reminded her of her childhood when her grandmother used to cook chicory with bacon. 
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endive
endive
[noun]

a leafy green vegetable with slightly bitter taste, often used in salads or cooked dishes

Ex: He wondered if he could grow his own endive in a small pot on his balcony. 
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radicchio
radicchio
[noun]

a variety of chicory that bears dark red leaves

Ex: He thought about using radicchio in a homemade pizza. 
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romaine
romaine
[noun]

a type of lettuce with long, crisp leaves and a slightly bitter taste

Ex: He picked up a head of romaine from the grocery store and added it to his salad. 
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Swiss chard

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

Ex: He added Swiss chard to his smoothie for an extra boost of nutrients. 
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witloof
witloof
[noun]

a vegetable with elongated, tightly-packed leaves and a slightly bitter taste

Ex: He had never tried witloof before, but he decided to give it a chance. 
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watercress

a plant that grows in running water with pungent green leaves that are used in cooking

Ex: He proudly grows watercress in his backyard garden, using it in various home-cooked meals. 
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salad greens

a variety of leafy vegetables that are commonly used as the base for salads

Ex: My grandfather enjoys growing his own salad greens in his backyard garden. 
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cabbage
cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. 
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cauliflower

the flower head of a plant from the cabbage family that is white in color and is eaten as a vegetable

Ex: We added cauliflower to our vegetable soup for an extra dose of nutrients. 
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broccoli
broccoli
[noun]

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

Ex: He tried to mask the taste of the broccoli by adding extra seasoning and sauce. 
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artichoke
artichoke
[noun]

a round green vegetable with a cluster of thick green leaves that form a bud, used in cooking

Ex: He dipped a leaf of the artichoke into the tangy sauce. 
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globe artichoke

the round flower head of a vegetable with thick green leaves, the heart of which is edible

Ex: She picked up the globe artichoke from the market, excited to try a new recipe. 
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Jerusalem artichoke

a root vegetable with a nutty flavor, often used as a substitute for potatoes

Ex: He loved the earthy taste of Jerusalem artichokes and often added them to his stir-fry dishes for an extra crunch. 
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Calabrese
Calabrese
[noun]

a dark green type of broccoli

Ex: He imagines himself as a chef, creating a masterpiece dish with Calabrese as the star ingredient. 
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kale
kale
[noun]

a type of cabbage with green or purple curly leaves

Ex: He was skeptical about trying kale at first, but after tasting a kale salad at a friend's party, he became a kale enthusiast. 
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kohlrabi
kohlrabi
[noun]

the edible swollen stem of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking or salads

Ex: The party guests were intrigued by the kohlrabi slices on the appetizer platter. 
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savoy cabbage

a leafy green vegetable with crinkled leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor

Ex: He picked up a beautiful head of savoy cabbage from the market. 
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sprout
sprout
[noun]

any young shoot or newly grown part of a plant that is eaten in salads

Ex: She dreamed of becoming a farmer, tending to rows upon rows of sprouts in a vast field. 
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Brussels sprout

a small round green vegetable from the cabbage family, used in cooking

Ex: I tried Brussels sprouts for the first time and discovered that they were surprisingly tasty. 
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Chinese cabbage

a type of elongated vegetable native to Asia, with pale green leaves and thick white stems, used in cooking

Ex: I brought some Chinese cabbage home and asked my friend if they wanted to join me in making a delicious snack. 
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brooklime
brooklime
[noun]

a leafy green vegetable with small, rounded leaves and a mild, slightly peppery flavor

Ex: I added brooklime to my sandwich, giving it a fresh and vibrant twist. 
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fat hen
fat hen
[noun]

a common name for the plant species Chenopodium album, known for its edible leaves and seeds

Ex: I sprinkled some finely chopped fat hen over my omelet. 
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lamb's lettuce

a leafy green vegetable with small, tender leaves and a mild, nutty flavor

Ex: She ensured that the lamb's lettuce received enough sunlight and water. 
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mallow
mallow
[noun]

a flowering plant known for its vibrant flowers and soft, velvety leaves

Ex: He plucked a vibrant pink mallow flower from the garden and admired its soft petals. 
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samphire
samphire
[noun]

a European plant of the parsley family that grows on seacoast and is sometimes pickled

Ex: She prepared a refreshing summer salad with cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and a sprinkle of samphire. 
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sea kale
sea kale
[noun]

a Eurasian plant of the mustard family that grows near or in the sea, with edible young shoots

Ex: He gathered a bunch of sea kale from the shore. 
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sorrel
sorrel
[noun]

a European plant that is from the dock family, the leaves of which add a sour taste to the food

Ex: Emily planted sorrel in her backyard to attract butterflies. 
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yarrow
yarrow
[noun]

a flowering plant with fern-like leaves and clusters of small, aromatic flowers

Ex: He gathered some yarrow from the garden and brewed a soothing tea to relieve his cold symptoms. 
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sauerkraut

cabbage that is chopped, fermented with lactic acid bacteria and preserved in salt water, used for cooking

Ex: It's amazing how a spoonful of sauerkraut can transform a simple dish into something delicious. 
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